You'Ve Reached Sam

You’ve Reached Sam is a contemporary young adult novel about love, loss, and the power of connection. Centered on seventeen-year-old Julie, the story blends a tender first romance with grief and a sprinkle of magic that makes a difficult moment feel possible to bear. Written for teens and adult readers who crave character-driven tales about resilience, this book carries a compassionate, hopeful tone that invites empathy and reflection. The narrative unfolds in a warm, accessible voice, with short chapters and a careful balance of memory and present moment. A voicemail from Sam becomes a lifeline—and a doorway—into a journey through grief, memory, and the possibility of saying goodbye all over again. The experience feels intimate, fresh, and surprisingly hopeful, even as the ache of loss lingers. In You’ve Reached Sam, the author crafts a coming-of-age arc that feels universal, anchored by vivid characters and a small-town setting that resonates with readers. The magic is subtle and serves the emotional truth of the story, inviting you to lean in as Julie discovers courage, makes difficult choices, and learns to hold onto love while learning to let go. Poignant exploration of grief, love, and resilience Unique voicemail premise that connects past and present in a tender way Accessible, lyrical writing with short, engaging chapters Relatable characters and a heartfelt coming-of-age journey Popular among readers on TikTok and a New York Times bestseller After finishing You’ve Reached Sam, readers carry a sense of closure, courage, and renewed appreciation for the moments that matter. It leaves you with a warm, hopeful outlook on love, loss, and the enduring ways we connect with others, long after the last page is turned.